London Gin Safari Bike Tour

Summary Description

The Gin Safari is a juniper-fuelled jaunt across London to reveal a story of gritty social history and the city’s turbulent affair with its favourite tipple, gin!

Highlights
  • Join our spirited gin connoisseurs, as they mix cocktails and regale you with tales of London’s scandalous past.
  • On a stylish British Pashley bicycle, complete with wicker basket and optional helmet or dapper tweed cap. Ding dong!
  • Tickle your taste buds with gins across ages, from Dutch courage to legendary British brands and charming local distilleries.
  • Admire vibrant street art and unleash your inner Banksy, experimenting with spray paint in a secret graffiti haven.
Description

Pedal your way through the boozy backstreets of Bermondsey and Southwark, where gin—once known as Mother’s Ruin—helped shape London’s colourful past. This leisurely ride takes you through London’s industrial heritage, with stops at the buzzing Maltby Street Market and some of the city’s prettiest locations. As you sip a range of gins from our quirky Gincycle, you’ll take in stunning views of Tower Bridge and Borough Market. Along the way, your Tally Ho guide will share the scandalous secrets of London’s gin-soaked history, with time to get creative during a graffiti session in a legal street art zone. It’s gin, history, and hands-on fun— with plenty of laughs in between!

The Gin Safari celebrates the eccentric. Think of it as a liquid history lesson on bicycles, with laughs and banter along the way.

Expect a gentle cycle, bustling food markets, colourful graffiti, fabulous views, interesting insights, crude jokes, and, of course, plenty of gin tasting!

Join our spirited gin connoisseurs, as they mix cocktails and regale you with tales of London’s scandalous past.

On a stylish British Pashley bicycle, complete with wicker basket and optional helmet or dapper tweed cap. Ding dong!

Tickle your taste buds with gins across the ages, from Dutch courage to legendary British brands and charming local distilleries.

Admire vibrant street art and unleash your inner Banksy, experimenting with spray paint in a secret graffiti haven.

Included / Excluded
  • Use of Pashley bicycles
  • Helmet or tweed flat cap (optional)
  • Spray paint (we visit a graffiti zone)
  • Lashings of tasty gin (3 tasters, 2 g&ts + 1 gin cocktail per person)
  • Snacks
Commentary

Guide : English

Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing

Gin Safari Bike Tour: Boosy London History on Two Wheels RETAIL PRICE
Adult (18 - 99 years) £75.00
Terms and Conditions

You can find our full Terms and Conditions directly here: https://tallyho.cc/terms-and-conditions/

Additional Information

• Minimum drinking age is 18 years 
• Minimum rider height 4ft7 / 55 inches / 140cm
• Riders 18 years and older
• Operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately
•  Not wheelchair accessible
• All guests must be able to ride solo
• Maximum rider weight 120kg / 264lbs

FAQ

Where does the ride start?

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The Gin Safari starts from 189 Hercules Road, London, SE1 7LD. The closest underground station is Lambeth North (Bakerloo line).

Where does it end?

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The ride ends back at 189 Hercules Road.

What if it rains?

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Rides operate rain or shine. We have free ponchos available in the event of rain. However, if we decide that weather will effect the safety of a trip, we will offer to rearrange or refund your booking.

What’s the minimum age?

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All riders must be 18+ on the Gin Safari. Sorry kids!

Is there a lunch break?

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The Gin Safari makes a brief 20 minute stop at a food market. There’s time to browse the stalls and pick up a snack.

Can I book a private Gin Safari?

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Absolutely! The Gin Safari is perfect for groups looking for a fun outdoor activity. We specialise in hosting corporate events, birthdays and hen parties. Get in touch to discuss a bepoke time and date for your group.

Is drinking alcohol and riding a bike legal?

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Yes.

Is drinking alcohol and riding a bike sensible?

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Probably not.

How much booze is included?

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Over the course of the experience, you’ll receive 3 tasters, 2 G&Ts + 1 gin cocktail. We’re about ‘gin appreciation’ and reserve the right to refuse drinks to anyone deemed intoxicated.

Do you go on roads?

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We use a mix of bike lanes, back streets, park paths and roads. The route is designed to be as safe as possible for mixed cycling abilities. But please be aware that London is an urban environment and can be busy and unpredictable at times. Riders must have basic ‘street sense’.

About operator:

Cranking out Adventures Since 2011



Think this is just your run-of-the-mill pedalling expedition? Tosh and piffle! Prepare to mount our trusty steeds - top-drawer, British-made Pashley bicycles - and wind your way through the veins of our great capital, all with the added flair of optional wicker baskets, helmets, or even a dashing tweed cap to set the mood.


Guided by our ‘Hipster Historian’ raconteurs - masters of mirth, mavens of memory - we’ll embark on an utterly spiffing exploration of iconic landmarks from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace. Like bees to the honeypot, you’ll be irresistibly drawn into the verdant bosom of our Royal Parks and discover hidden gems that would make even the most hardened Londoner’s monocle pop!


And the tales! By Jove, the tales! Prepare for an onslaught of riveting anecdotes and tickling trivia as our guides breathe life into centuries of history with a flair that’d make Shakespeare tip his quill in salute.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 210 minutes
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Max Group Size: 16
  • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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